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Nozomi Networks adds Accenture , IBM , Mandiant to Elite Cyber Defenders Programme
The Elite Cyber Defenders programme combines Nozomi Networks AI-powered OT and IoT monitoring and detection technologies with the expert skills and services of the world ’ s top incident response organisations
Nozomi Networks announced Accenture Security , IBM Security and Mandiant are participants in its new Elite Cyber Defenders Programme . The programme enables global incident response organisations with Nozomi Networks ’ OT and IoT cybersecurity solutions , advanced security training , shared threat intelligence and joint security research .
This technology-led , collaborative initiative provides global industrial and government customers with access to the strongest possible cybersecurity defence tools , expert-trained incident response
Edgard Capdevielle , CEO Nozomi Networks
teams , and cutting-edge threat intelligence curated specifically for operational technology environments .
Meanwhile , industrial environments are rapidly transforming , creating new security challenges that attackers are actively exploiting . Attacks on manufacturing and energy represented more than 35 % of all attacks observed in 2022 according to IBM ’ s 2023 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index . Manufacturing remained the top attacked industry for second year in a row .
Elite Cyber Defenders can provide the necessary resources to respond to cyber incidents amidst these skills shortages . This technology-led , collaborative initiative provides critical infrastructure customers with access to the superior cybersecurity defence tools , expert-trained field resources , and industry-leading OT threat intelligence curated specifically for operational technology environments .
“ When it comes to protecting critical infrastructure in the face of an attack , accurate and timely information , full system visibility and expert response can make the difference in minutes or hours , vs days , weeks or months of system downtime and remediation ,” said Nozomi Networks CEO Edgard Capdevielle .
“ Nozomi Networks ’ Elite Cyber Defenders programme brings the industry ’ s most purpose-built detection technology , threat intelligence and incident response teams together for the best possible defence , without compromise .”
Nozomi Networks Elite Cyber Defenders collectively staff more than 250 certified
Nozomi Networks experts on their combined global OT incident response teams and utilise Nozomi Networks ’ solutions for in-depth forensic analysis , proactive OT assessments and rapid response capabilities for customers .
Elite Cyber Defenders are also committed to working with Nozomi Networks Labs on shared threat intelligence and joint security research focused on identifying novel malware and new TTPs employed by threat actors . Each participant in the programme will offer customdesigned incident response and assessment programs for joint customers .
The Elite Cyber Defenders Programme will bring together IBM ’ s incident response capabilities and expertise and Nozomi Networks ’ deep OT / IoT experience from the process automation field and thorough knowledge to support organisations . With the Elite Cyber Defenders Programme , participating members will aim to further enhance their collaboration in areas such as incident response , research and threat intelligence sharing on cloud , IT , OT and IoT .
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